WB Option for 330/360 Models

stringsncords · Post by **stringsncords** » Sun Sep 08, 2013 2:38 pm

I'm lucky enough to own a 360 WB and a 360 V64.

They are absolutely my favorite models - to me, they are the quintessential Rickenbacker.

Besides me (and Paul!), would anyone like to see the WB option brought back on a 330 body shape?

sloop_john_b · Post by **sloop_john_b** » Sun Sep 08, 2013 2:57 pm

deaconblues · Post by **deaconblues** » Sun Sep 08, 2013 3:10 pm

Meh, I'd rather see the 1997 pearl whites become a standard model.

sloop_john_b · Post by **sloop_john_b** » Sun Sep 08, 2013 4:08 pm

So many other things I'd like to see come back/get added before the double binding. There's no shortage of used WB's floating around out there, that's for sure.

deaconblues · Post by **deaconblues** » Sun Sep 08, 2013 6:36 pm

I was joking, by the way. But doesn't the rarity of WB's make them more exciting anyway?

admin · Post by **admin** » Mon Sep 09, 2013 5:41 am

Binding on the 330 would be cool, Dan. I guess we have seen the model 330 to be the workhorse that has its charm in its barebones look. Less is more so to speak.

paologregorio · Post by **paologregorio** » Mon Sep 09, 2013 6:49 am

sloop_john_b wrote:There's no shortage of used WB's floating around out there, that's for sure.

Well, if Rich and I keep having bouts of Double Bound fever. . . .

I think a new double bound model would cost more than the used models available on the market-not that much less than a 381, IIRC, which means a model many will desire, but not so many people will pay for, hence RIC's decision to not build them. It would be cool to have one since a new WB would have the same cool evolutions that the other new models have; full width inlays, vintage profile headstock, adjustable polepiece hi gains, and being built from the lighter, more resonant wood that RIC's current supplier provides. I'd scratch up the $ to buy at least one, but I'm just one person; not sure how many other fans of the model would pony up.

Not going to happen, but you're still in luck if you want a 12 string, because the 360/12 C63 is available.

I'd actually like a Campbell-style model because I like the smaller body, full scale, two pickup layout, and the Gibson style neck; when I'm not playing a Rick, my other model of choice is a Gretsch Jet, and lately, a LP Junior as well, so a Rick with that kind of neck in a smaller body would make a great lead guitar.

8mileshigher · Post by **8mileshigher** » Mon Sep 09, 2013 8:27 pm

paologregorio wrote:Well, if Rich and I keep having bouts of Double Bound fever. . . .

Yeah, I'm in favor of the factory making more

Double Bounds... but in the bigger picture of things, and as others on this thread mentioned, there are probably other priorities in everybody's wish-list of things they would like to see made ....

bitzerguy · Post by **bitzerguy** » Mon Sep 09, 2013 9:52 pm

paologregorio wrote: I'd actually like a Campbell-style model because I like the smaller body, full scale, two pickup layout, and the Gibson style neck; when I'm not playing a Rick, my other model of choice is a Gretsch Jet, and lately, a LP Junior as well, so a Rick with that kind of neck in a smaller body would make a great lead guitar.

You can count me in this camp as well. Although, i personally would lay out for a 24 fret 350 model with 2 pickups and WB for lead work. Bound headstock too. Something I don't believe he factory ever offered. I have seen and played versions done by both Paul W. and Larry D. And just loved them. I need to add a 360/12 WB or C63 and perhaps get my 350V63 done up, to go with the my Paul W. restomod 360WB .

Yeah, that's the ticket!

paologregorio · Post by **paologregorio** » Tue Sep 10, 2013 1:46 am

Bound headstock was an option in the 60s and 70s, but not ordered by many.
I've had two of my Ricks' headstocks bound. Might do more; easier to see the edges and keep them from banging into things. . . .

iiipopes · Post by **iiipopes** » Tue Sep 10, 2013 9:33 am

WHAT! AND RISK DILUTING THE VALUE OF MY 1981 360-12WB FG CKBD!

Seriously, I have always preferred binding on the front, where it can be seen. I'd love to see it again.

Clifton · Post by **Clifton** » Mon Sep 23, 2013 1:40 pm

I was very lucky and was able to buy a 360V64 six-string in turquoise a few years ago. I love the models available in the original vintage series.

MikeZito · Post by **MikeZito** » Mon Sep 23, 2013 1:51 pm

Many years ago I had a 360-12 FG WB. It was an absolutely stunning looking guitar, but it had the thinnest neck that I have ever played. I would love to find another FG-WB to add to my collection.

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